Christopher W. "Chris" Madel
About Christopher W. Madel
Christopher W. Madel is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Christopher W. Madel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Antitrust
Current Firm: MADEL PA
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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